No fewer than six Classic Fusion Orlinski watches have been created as a continuation of the artistic and technological alliance between Richard Orlinski and Hublot, following on from the Aerofusion Chronograph and Tourbillon. At the sculptor’s behest, this series has been designed and developed on a smaller scale to satisfy a new clientele. Symbolising the characteristic folds in his often monumental works, edges, bevels and facets have been miniaturised with horological precision to create mirror effects on the dial. The understated strap in matt black rubber creates an arresting contrast, all the more pronounced on four of the six models whose diamond-set cases create a jewellery effect.
What better than the stone with the highest refractive index to reflect the mirror-polished finish typical of the plastic artist’s work? On four of the timepieces, the bezel – a dodecagon which has characterised the creative partnership since 2017 – is set with 54 diamonds and sits on a case which is either fully set with 210 diamonds or partially set with 112 diamonds. Free from precious stones, the other two watches exude a more subtle light, with the accent on the pure lines, the graduated light and shade of the materials, and the sharp-angled forms characteristic of Richard Orlinski’s sculptures.
A lover of all kinds of art and a vocal advocate of its accessibility to all, Richard Orlinski creates intelligible works and installs them in open-sky settings (Courchevel, Deauville, etc.). Orlinski works to decompartmentalise the modes of artistic expression and challenge convention. As the creative force behind these six Classic Fusion Orlinski watches, here he addresses new audiences, women and lovers of timeless stones or sculpture. The Aerofusion Chronograph and Tourbillon attest to the harmonious relationship between watchmaking and art, conveying a subtle message. It makes as much sense to wear art on the wrist as jewellery.
Classic Fusion Orlinski
technical specifications
Reference: Titanium: 550.NS.1800.RX.ORL19
King Gold: 550.OS.1800.RX.ORL19
Case: Polished Titanium or 18K King Gold
Diameter: 40mm
Thickness: 11.10mm
Water resistance: 5 ATM (50m)
Case-Back: Polished Titanium or 18K King Gold and sapphire crystal
Bezel:Polished Titanium or 18K King Gold
6 H-shaped Titanium screws
Dial & Hands: Polished faceted black dial
Polished faceted hands
Movement:HUB1100: Self-winding movement
Frequency: 4Hz (28’800 A/h)
Power reserve: 42 Hours
No. of Components: 63
Jewels: 25
Strap & Buckle: Black smooth rubber strap
Stainless steel or 18K Gold 5N and black-plated stainless steel deployant buckle clasp.
Classic Fusion Orlinski Pavé / Alternative Pavé
technical specifications
Reference: Titanium Pavé: 550.NS.1800.RX.1604.ORL19
King Gold Pavé: 550.OS.1800.RX.1604.ORL19
Titanium Alternative Pavé: 550.NS.1800.RX.1804.ORL19
King Gold Alternative Pavé: 550.OS.1800.RX.1804.ORL19
Case: Titanium Pavé and Alternative Pavé: Polished Titanium
King Gold Pavé and Alternative Pavé: Polished 18K King Gold
Pavé: Set with 210 Diamonds for ~1.0ct
Alternative Pavé: Set with 112 Diamonds for ~0.5ct
Diameter: 40mm
Thickness: 11.10mm
Water resistance: 5 ATM (50m)
Case-Back: Titanium Pavé and Alternative Pavé: Polished Titanium and Sapphire Crystal
King Gold Pavé and Alternative Pavé: Polished 18K King Gold and Sapphire Crystal
Bezel: Titanium Pavé and Alternative Pavé: Polished Titanium
King Gold Pavé and Alternative Pavé: Polished 18K King Gold
Set with 54 Diamonds for ~0.6ct
6 H-shaped Titanium Screws
Dial & Hands: Polished faceted black dial
Polished faceted hands
Movement:HUB1100: Self-winding movement
Frequency: 4Hz (28’800 A/h)
Power reserve: 42 Hours
No. of Components: 63
Jewels: 25
Strap & Buckle: Black smooth rubber straps
Titanium Pavé and Alternative Pavé: stainless steel deployant buckle clasp
King Gold Pavé and Alternative Pavé: 18K Gold 5N and black-plated stainless steel deployant buckle clasp
